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# Sr. Security Engineer- FBG at Fanatics Betting & Gaming

- **Company:** Fanatics Betting & Gaming
- **Location:** New York NY, United States
- **Compensation:** $161k–$212k
- **Posted:** 2026-09-09
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-14
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/fanaticsfbg/jobs/4385180009

## Job description

## About Us

Fanatics is building a leading global digital sports platform. We ignite the passions of global sports fans and maximize the presence and reach for our hundreds of sports partners globally by offering products and services across Fanatics Commerce, Fanatics Collectibles, and Fanatics Betting & Gaming, allowing sports fans to Buy, Collect, and Bet. Through the Fanatics platform, sports fans can buy licensed fan gear, jerseys, lifestyle and streetwear products, headwear, and hardgoods; collect physical and digital trading cards, sports memorabilia, and other digital assets; and bet as the company builds its Sportsbook and iGaming platform. Fanatics has an established database of over 100 million global sports fans; a global partner network with approximately 900 sports properties, including major national and international professional sports leagues, players associations, teams, colleges, college conferences and retail partners, 2,500 athletes and celebrities, and 200 exclusive athletes; and over 2,000 retail locations, including its Lids retail stores. Our more than 22,000 employees are committed to relentlessly enhancing the fan experience and delighting sports fans globally.

## About the Team

Launched in 2021, Fanatics Betting and Gaming is the online and retail sports betting subsidiary of Fanatics, a global digital sports platform. The Fanatics Sportsbook is available to 95% of the addressable online sports bettor market in the U.S. Fanatics Casino is currently available online in Michigan, New Jersey, Pennsylvania and West Virginia. Fanatics Betting and Gaming operates twenty-two retail sports betting locations, including the only Sportsbook inside an NFL stadium at Northwest Stadium. Fanatics Betting and Gaming  is headquartered in New York with offices in Denver, Leeds and Dublin. This role is remote.

As a Sr. Security Engineer at Fanatics Betting & Gaming (FBG), your knowledge and experience in designing, implementing and maintaining security measures will help the organization stay ahead of security risks and protect company assets. This role sits within the Information Security department and reports to the Manager, Security Engineering.

Responsibilities:

- Continuous evaluation of several security tools including but not limited to Data Loss Prevention, Vulnerability Management, Identity and Access Management, Web Application Firewall, Email Protection and Endpoint Protection.
- Evaluate and implement a Security, Orchestration, Automation and Response software.
- Develop and maintain a library of scripts to be leveraged to automate threat hunting, detection, and digital forensics efforts.
- Design, implement and refine security detection mechanisms to improve operational efficiency and observability.
- Effectively maintain a cloud based SIEM by ensuring relevant logs are ingested and alerts are tuned.
- Tasked with leveraging expertise in the area of incident response, this role may also function as the lead incident responder.
- Stay up-to-date on the latest threats, vulnerabilities, and security trends to ensure that our organization is prepared to address emerging threats.
- Conduct security awareness training by conducting internal phishing campaigns.
- Collaborate with internal teams to ensure that secure implementation guidelines are followed.
- Participate in an on-call rotation to provide 24/7 support for critical incident escalations.

Qualifications:

- Minimum of 8 years of experience as a security engineer or in a similar role
- Proficient in incident response, threat hunting and cloud security, with a focus on AWS.
- Proficient in purple team operations with expertise in offensive and defensive strategy.
- Experience with identity management protocols (e.g., OAuth, SAML, OpenID Connect).
- Experience automating incident response playbooks leveraging SOAR solutions.
- Experience with Cloudflare Datadog, Wiz and Tines is preferred.
- Ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Proven experience drafting documentation such as standards, policies and architecture diagrams.
- Ability to collaborate and work in a team environment
- Demonstrated experience leveraging Infrastructure as code tools such as Terraform or Ansible is a plus.
- Foundational knowledge in agile methodologies with ability to successfully collaborate with multiple stakeholders.
- Experience with scripting languages such as Python or Bash is required
- Relevant certifications such as OSCP, SSCP, or GSEC are a plus

Depending on the role, your interview and onboarding experience may include in-person components, such as onsite interviews or Launching into Better: LIVE—a multi-day cultural immersion in New York City for full-time, non-seasonal hires. These sessions are designed to build connection and bring our culture to life, though specific travel and participation requirements will be confirmed based on your role and location. Your recruiter will provide clear guidance at each stage of the process.

For information about our benefits, please visit https://benefitsatfanatics.com/

Ranges will change based on country and state of residence, which are reflected in Geographical Zones defined by Fanatics Betting and Gaming. The range incorporates all of our Geographical Compensation Zones and is subject to change as the Zone associated with the actual offer is confirmed. In addition to the base and bonus, full-time employment, and more. For information about our benefits, please visit https://benefitsatfanatics.com/

Salary Range $161,000—$212,000 USD

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## About Fanatics Betting & Gaming

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Fanatics Betting & Gaming is the online and retail sports betting and iGaming subsidiary of Fanatics, building a real-money wagering platform that integrates with the broader Fanatics ecosystem of commerce and collectibles.
- **Entity Type**: Private (subsidiary of Fanatics Inc., which is also private)
- **Headquarters**: New York, New York, USA
- **Founded**: 2021
- **Founders**: Michael Rubin (Founder & CEO of Fanatics)

## Core Business
- **Primary industry**: Online Sports Betting & iGaming (Real-Money Wagering)
- **Target customers**: B2C — sports fans and bettors in the United States
- **Mission or purpose statement**: "Relentlessly enhancing the fan experience" by allowing sports fans to buy, collect, and bet through a unified digital platform.

## Products & Services
- **Fanatics Sportsbook**: A native iOS and Android mobile app for online sports betting, available in 23 states and Washington D.C., covering approximately 95% of the U.S. addressable online sports bettor market. Features include "Fair Play" (refunds single-player prop bets if a player is ruled out early) and "FanCash" (up to 10% cashback on every bet, win or lose, redeemable for merchandise, collectibles, and bonus bets).
- **Fanatics Casino**: An online casino platform available in Michigan, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia, offering slots, blackjack, roulette, live dealer games, and exclusive titles from Fanatics Game Studios (e.g., Fanatics Blackjack, Field Goal Frenzy).
- **Retail Sportsbooks**: Operates 22 retail sports betting locations, including the only sportsbook inside an NFL stadium (Northwest Stadium).

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly disclosed for Fanatics Betting & Gaming as a standalone entity. Fanatics Inc. was valued at $31 billion in a 2022 funding round, though more recent reports suggest a lower valuation in private markets.
- **Key Metric**: Total Funding — Fanatics Inc. has raised significant capital (over $7 billion in total) from investors; FBG is funded internally by Fanatics.
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Fanatics Inc. investors include Silver Lake, Fidelity Management & Research, SoftBank Vision Fund, BlackRock, and the National Football League (NFL). FBG partners with over 900 sports properties, including major leagues (NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL), players associations, teams, and colleges.
- **Growth Signals**: Claims to be "the fastest growing sportsbook in America." Acquired PointsBet's U.S. business in August 2023 (final state closed April 2024), accelerating market expansion and integrating PointsBet's risk management and trading technology from Banach Technology. 75% of Sportsbook customers use FanCash monthly, with up to 10% of FanCash redeemed on Fanatics.com.

## Competitive Advantages
- **Ecosystem Integration**: Uniquely positioned as the first true sports brand to enter legal sports betting, FBG is tightly integrated with Fanatics Commerce (licensed fan gear, Lids retail stores) and Fanatics Collectibles (trading cards, memorabilia). FanCash can be used across the entire ecosystem, creating a powerful loyalty loop.
- **Massive Existing User Base**: Fanatics has a database of over 100 million global sports fans, providing a built-in acquisition channel that competitors lack.
- **Proprietary Technology**: Built natively on iOS and Android for superior user experience. Acquired Banach Technology (via PointsBet) for advanced quantitative trading and risk management models.
- **Innovative Product Features**: "Fair Play" and "FanCash" are unique differentiators that reduce bettor frustration and increase loyalty.

## Strategic Focus
- **Market Expansion**: Continuing to launch in new states as legalization expands. Recently launched Fanatics Casino web version and standalone app (March 2025).
- **Product Enhancement**: Deepening personalization through the Fanatics ecosystem, leveraging data from commerce and collectibles to offer tailored betting experiences. Investing in exclusive casino game development via Fanatics Game Studios.
- **Technology Leadership**: Building on the Banach Technology acquisition to improve trading, risk management, and in-play betting capabilities.
- **Prediction Markets**: Expanding into prediction markets as part of the broader Fanatics platform.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: Described as "fast-paced," "intense," and "relentless" — employees are expected to "jump in at a moment's notice to deliver the win." The company emphasizes a "By Fans, For Fans" ethos and seeks high performers who are passionate about sports and technology.
- **Remote/Hybrid Policy**: Many engineering and corporate roles are listed as "Remote (US)" on the careers page, though some roles may be office-based in New York, Denver, Leeds, or Dublin.
- **Notable Perks**: Opportunity to work at the intersection of sports, technology, and gaming. Employees get to be part of a company that owns the only sportsbook inside an NFL stadium. The company emphasizes employee welfare, wellness, and professional development.
- **Engineering Culture**: Heavy investment in native mobile development (iOS/Android), data engineering, machine learning, and trading systems. Roles include Analytics Engineer, Machine Learning Engineer, Data Platform Engineer, and Engineering Manager for Market Maker.

## Sources
1. [fanaticsinc.com](https://www.fanaticsinc.com/fanatics-betting-gaming)
2. [fanaticsinc.com](https://www.fanaticsinc.com/fanatics-sportsbook-online-experience)
3. [fanaticsinc.com](https://www.fanaticsinc.com/join-our-team)
4. [greenhouse.io](https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/fanaticsfbg)
5. [fanaticsinc.com](https://www.fanaticsinc.com/)

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